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CEO Chris Jones talking to people at Bedford reopening

CEO blog: looking back and moving ahead

Chris Jones reflects on a busy period for England Athletics, including Chair Gary Shaughnessy’s decision to step down. He highlights the positive social impact of the European Championships in the West Midlands, delivered through the Personal Best Foundation, and reinforces the importance of athletics in supporting physical and mental wellbeing. He reports that progress is underway on plans to establish pilot track and field participation hubs across the regions. Chris emphasises the need for continued collaboration at club level to benefit communities, and thanks volunteer leaders for their support, particularly in embracing recent age group changes.
The Athlete Panel

Athlete Panel seeking a Field Events representative for 2026 and beyond

England Athletics is seeking a new Field Events or Combined Events representative to join its Athlete Panel, giving current or recently retired athletes the chance to help shape the future of the sport. 

Stocksbridge Running Club – building a stronger future through Club Standards

Founded in 2023 on the edge of the Peak District, Stocksbridge Running Club has quickly developed into a thriving and inclusive community, proudly supporting runners across road, trail and fell disciplines.
Tony Miller announcing at Lee Valley

Tony Miller: 1946-2026

England Athletics is saddened to learn of the passing of Tony Miller. As well as being a devoted member of Crawley AC, he was a highly respected statistician with NUTS (National Union of Track Statisticians) where he continued to contribute right up to his passing. He was a well-known voice commentating and announcing at events from grassroots up to major internationals.

Stowmarket Striders showcase the benefits of club affiliation

We recently entered into a new club affiliation year, with more benefits than ever to affiliate with England Athletics. We recently caught up with Stowmarket Striders, who talked about all the ways they make the most of their affiliation with us.
ACP 2025 runners for England and Wales

Strong England team selected for Antrim

England Athletics are delighted to announce a strong team of eight athletes to compete at the Antrim Coast Half Marathon on Sunday 23 August.
Sophie Power at National Running Show

Sophie Power's top tips for hitting the trails

Thinking about trying trail running or looking for running trails near you? As a finisher of the famous UTMB, Marathon Des Sables and Spine Fusion, Sophie Power has many accolades to her name across both the roads and trails. But she says trail running is where you can slow down, explore, and truly enjoy your surroundings.
European Off-Road Championships

GB & NI triumph at the European Off-Road Championships

The GB & Northern Ireland team had a thoroughly successful campaign at the 2026 European Off-Road Running Championships in Slovenia, with English athletes contributing to a strong medal haul across the weekend.
Matilda Quick - U20 Combined Events 2026

Entry standards update for combined event athletes

We have reviewed the opportunities available to U20 and senior combined event athletes ahead of our summer championships and have updated the entry standards to better support athletes wishing to enter. In addition, following the age group changes introduced in April and the reduced opportunities for U18 women to compete in the 2000m steeplechase, we wanted to confirm the qualifying standard for this event is be based on a 1500m steeplechase performance rather than a 2000m performance.
three women at masters half marathon

Red hot masters half marathon international in Swansea

The third race of this years Masters Representative Races was the half marathon which was held as part of the Mizuno Swansea Half Marathon. While the weather was cool and blustery the competition was red hot with all four competing teams achieving medal success.